Pups Alone (2021): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Pups Alone is a 2021 family comedy directed by Alex Merkin, starring Tyler Hollinger as Robert, Isadora Swann and Jerry O'Connell. It runs 1 hour 47 minutes and earned $149,067 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 43/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 47m (107 min)
- Director
- Alex Merkin
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Boundless Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Pups Alone About?
The premise of Pups Alone without spoilers.
Just before Christmas, Robert and his teenage daughter Jenna relocate with their loyal border collie Charlie to a new neighborhood for a promising job at a Pet Invention company. They quickly meet their attractive neighbor Holly and her spirited border collie Gidget. However, their budding connection is threatened by Robert’s scheming neighbor Victor, his tough bulldog Vinnie P, and the overly-eager Chihuahua, Jose, who are determined to cause trouble.
Pups Alone Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- christmas
- home alone
- talking dog
- talking animal
- smart dog
- slapstick
- fart joke
- burglary
- holiday season
- trapped
- cul de sac
- inventor
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- aggressive dog
- invention
- thief
- bartender
- christmas movie
- dog
- dog movie
- bully
- vacation
- scientist
- magical negro stereotype
- ski trip
- father daughter relationship
- christmas music
- snow
- eggnog
- dog poo
- rube goldberg machine
- chihuahua
- bulldog
- pet dog
- burglar
- slapstick comedy
- booby trap
- robber
- power outage
- duo
- home invasion
- van
- robbery
- telling someone to shut up
- violence
- dysfunctional family
- dumb criminal
- apology
- dog walker
- microwave oven
- bowling ball
Pups Alone Cast & Characters
Tyler Hollinger leads the cast as Robert, with Isadora Swann as Jenna and Jerry O'Connell as Charlie (voice). Directed by Alex Merkin; 27 actors are credited in all.
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Director Alex Merkin
- Tyler Hollinger as Robert
- Isadora Swann as Jenna
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Jerry O'Connell as Charlie (voice) - Sara Lindsey as Holly
Also Starring in Pups Alone
· 23 more- Jennifer Love Hewitt Gidget (voice)
- Dolph Lundgren Victor von Manure
- Danny Trejo Vinnie P (voice)
- Rob Schneider Jose (voice)
- Eric Roberts CEO Bill
- Malcolm McDowell Oliver (voice)
- Keith David The Wise Bartender
- Nicholas Turturro Benny
- Stelio Savante Lenny
- Peter Looney Grandpa Peter
- Myke Michaels Corwin
- Joshua Lou Friedman Detective Tom Foolery
- Renee Dorian Jennifer
- Marlon Young Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
- Allegra Lucchesi Michelle
- Brandon Burrows Officer Duewrong
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- Christopher Frontiero Johnson
- Tyler Sabino Edmond
- Zena Gaynes Granny
- Christopher Zuckert Rookie Mailman
- Steven C. Bennett Veteran Mailman
- Courtney Lauren Penn Madeline
- Ellie Panger Granny's Granddaughter
More from Alex Merkin
More films directed by Alex Merkin, best-rated first: No Escape Room, The Art of Murder, House of the Witch and Altitude.
Pups Alone Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 43/100, strongest in character & emotion (55) and weakest in art & craft (30).
Pups Alone Echo Score Breakdown
Pups Alone delivers a uneven family comedy that struggles to find a consistent tone. While the dog‑centric visuals and occasional lively performances offer brief appeal, the direction feels scattered, the storyline drifts, and the humor frequently falls flat. Audience reactions are split, with many viewers citing disjointed pacing and weak acting, whereas a small segment enjoys its holiday whimsy. The cumulative effect results in limited overall merit.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 30
In terms of direction and editing, the film appears unfocused, with a meandering pace that undermines narrative coherence. Visual composition receives modest attention, offering some appealing dog shots, yet the overall production design lacks distinctiveness. The scattered approach contributes to a perception of hasty craftsmanship, limiting artistic impact.
- Character & Emotion 55
When evaluating performances, the ensemble features recognizable talent that occasionally delivers engaging moments, particularly from the veteran actors. However, the majority of the cast exhibits uneven delivery, with some characters feeling one‑dimensional and lacking emotional depth. This inconsistency results in a mixed impression of acting quality across the film.
- Story & Flow 38
The plot structure suffers from a lack of coherence, jumping between holiday themes and a home‑alone parody without a clear through‑line. Pacing becomes erratic, especially in the final segment, where tonal shifts feel forced. Originality is limited, leaving the narrative feeling contrived and disengaging for most viewers.
- Sensory Experience 55
Sensory elements include bright canine visuals and occasional upbeat musical cues that add modest charm. While some scenes showcase appealing color palettes and sound effects tailored to a family audience, the overall audio‑visual design lacks cohesion, preventing a fully immersive experience.
- Rewatch Factor 35
Replay value is limited; the film’s uneven narrative and inconsistent humor reduce its appeal for repeated viewings. While younger children may tolerate its simplicity, most audiences find little incentive to revisit the movie, resulting in a generally low rewatch factor.
Pups Alone Box Office
Pups Alone grossed $149,067 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$149.1K
- International
- $149.1K
Pups Alone Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Pups Alone.
Pups Alone Also Known As
14 alternative titles, including “Одни дома” and “Un quartier totalement wouf !”.
- Also known as
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- Одни дома
- Un quartier totalement wouf !
- Psiaki Same w Domu
- Esqueceram de Nós
- Nuestros pobres angelitos
- Песики на варті
- Kutyaösszeesküvés
- 汪汪保衛戰
- Hunde - Allein zu Haus
- Sami doma
- Un quartier totalement wouf!
- Suņuki vieni paši mājās
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- Sami kod kuće
- Os Donos Da Casa
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Pups Alone FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Pups Alone, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Pups Alone?
Pups Alone runs 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).
When was Pups Alone released?
Pups Alone was released on November 15, 2021.
Who directed Pups Alone?
Pups Alone was directed by Alex Merkin.
More films by Alex Merkin Who is in the cast of Pups Alone?
Pups Alone stars Tyler Hollinger as Robert, Isadora Swann as Jenna and Jerry O'Connell as Charlie (voice), among 27 credited actors.
How much did Pups Alone make at the box office?
Pups Alone grossed $149,067 worldwide.
Does Pups Alone have a post-credit scene?
No. Pups Alone has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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